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Year-round hot tub, 2600 sq ft house with ample parking - Northstar Lodge

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Smart TV, books
Shower, jetted bath, hair dryer, towels
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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Marquette, MI
  • Place, Ojibwa Casino Marquette
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Upper Peninsula Children's Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Marquette Regional History Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About this property

Year-round hot tub, 2600 sq ft house with ample parking - Northstar Lodge

Welcome to Northstar Lodge! Nestled in picturesque Crane Valley at the base of Green Garden Hill, this hidden gem is set on a 6-acre property enveloped by pristine wilderness, yet only 9 miles from downtown Marquette. The original portion is a charming Montgomery Ward-style farmhouse built in 1930, at the time surrounded by a working farm. The great room and lodge hall were added later, and served as an antique store, an auction house, and a church at various points in this home’s history.

Guests will enjoy the house’s four comfortable bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, butler’s pantry with coffee nook, two spacious dining areas with seating for a total of 14, the inviting great room, a sitting room, and a parlor. Unique Birdseye maple flooring, antique furnishings, and modern comforts blend to create a warm (or in summer thanks to the central air conditioning - cool!) and welcoming atmosphere. With access to 2,600 square feet of living area, the home provides all the space needed to relax and make lasting memories.

Outdoor amenities include a huge yard which is perfect for lawn games, fire pit with seating for 10, and year-round hot tub.

Visitors are welcome to explore the property’s informal hiking, snowshoeing, and backcountry skiing trails. The property also provides access to Marquette's exhilarating snowmobile trail network: three miles of convenient highway right-of-way connects trails to our doorstep, making this a haven for winter sports enthusiasts. Our nearly unlimited parking offers ample space for multiple snowmobile trailers and RVs, giving you the opportunity to bring along all your toys without worrying about storage space. When it’s time to head out for dinner, shopping, sightseeing, or just to pick up supplies, a ten-minute drive along Highway 41 will take you to the beautiful city of Marquette, making it effortless to enjoy the city’s attractions and amenities.

Unwind and make your next getaway a memorable one at this unique and historic home – a place where adventure and comfort converge to create an unforgettable experience. Our goal is to provide everything you need for a truly remarkable vacation, and we can't wait to host you!

The lodge hall is expected to be complete in Summer 2026, adding 1600 square feet of living space! Please feel free to enquire about this addition and what it may provide for your group.

More than 8 overnight guests or 25 total guests may be allowed on a case-by-case basis; please contact us if you wish to exceed these numbers.

Accessibility:
All bedrooms are on the second floor
Both entrances to the house require climbing some stairs
Two steps are between kitchen and great room

Security:
Security cameras facing away from house monitor front driveway and back parking area
No cameras inside house
During your stay at this country house, you'll be close to Ojibwa Casino II. Features include laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 8 minutes by car from Lake Superior and 10 minutes from Ojibwa Casino Marquette
Year-round hot tub, 2600 sq ft house with ample parking - Northstar Lodge offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Marquette country house is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We do NOT require you to take out the trash. We also do NOT require that you strip beds or do any laundry. We want checkout to be easy for you!
If you have a dog, please check the yard well for messes. If any remain, the fee is $45.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Pet waste left in yard incurs a $45 fee. Any human or animal bodily waste requiring extra cleaning in the home incurs a $500 fee.
If hot tub water is polluted (beverage spill/bath bomb, etc.), cleaning fee is $200
Smoking is allowed outdoors but it is guest's responsibility to ensure smoke smell does not come indoors. If house smells of smoke, fee is $600.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Year-round hot tub, 2600 sq ft house with ample parking - Northstar Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rivka D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay for a family meetup. So many thoughtful details!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

The home is beautiful and inviting and the property is great for the dogs. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was plenty big enough for our family. We really enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit as well as the provided firewood! The location was perfect for us to be able head into Marquette and enjoy some local breweries and food, but also provided us a good starting point to head out into the woods and hike!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Addie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation home!

We absolutely loved our stay! We've traveled to the area many times and this house is one of my favorites. Every room is cozy and welcoming. There are also many thoughtful additions to make the stay great for families - kids items, dog supplies, plenty of dishes, etc...We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to stay!

We really enjoyed our time here. The location is close to NMU so we got to spend quality time with our oldest who goes to school there. Even with heavy snow and cold temps, the driveway was plowed daily and the hot tub was impeccable!It's such a lovely area of Michigan. We highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property and great location

This is one of our better VRBO stays, the owners were excellent hosts, the property was accurately described and was in a beautiful location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It had great space for all 7 of us. And a small dog. They really know how to have everything you need for family and friends. Loved the deck and hot tub, fire pit and the big yard. Lots of space and privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grady S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snowmobiling trip

The house was very nice along with the property itself, plenty of room to park and this place had a very nice hot tub that worked great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Well Stocked Rental

Our family had a wonderful stay. Everything was in clean, working order and beds were really comfortable. The property (and guests) are well cared for by the host. Wonderful accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a comfortable place to stay! We all enjoyed this home. I’ve never stayed in a rental with such a well stocked kitchen. Amy definitely goes above and beyond to make sure you have the comforts of home. I’d definitely stay here again. The home is very clean and the property is gorgeous. It’s also a short drive to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anusha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good one

We liked this place . Clean and spatious backyard with lots of privacy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close enough to get to Marquette for shopping and dining but still far enough out for room to run for a dog and to enjoy outdoor campfires and the hot tub. There is great outdoor seating for relaxing and conversations outdoors. Crispy white bed linens, lots of towels. Clean. Well equipped. We really enjoyed our time at this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy getaway

Very cozy and comfortable with lots of space! Great nature trail for walking our dogs! Hosts were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gus

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weekend

The house was very nice and organized. Loved the backyard for grilling and bonfires. Close to many great sightseeing locations. Would definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and cozy

We had a fabulous time staying in the area. We had to cut our stay short but we’re so satisfied at how big it was. We loved having a lot of dishes and cups!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marquette

Very nice! Quiet, close to downtown. Very clean, great owners! Highly Recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranald L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible home!

I cant say enough about how warm, cozy, spacious, and welcoming this house was! The property was perfect for the pups to romp. The wood work and decor were beautiful and each room invited relaxation and conversation. It was the most delightful place for our visiting group to stay! Quick check in and the host was very accommodating. I will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Trip

This was a great find for our short trip to the Marquette area. A perfect launching spot for Presque Isle fun like Black Rocks cliff jumping and sunsets all the way over to kayaking at Pictured Rocks. Spacious, clean, with all the amenities of home. Hot tub, lots of games, cool fire pit with smores included, and great coffee bar. Amy was super responsive with our questions. Would definitely recommend North Star!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and well stocked vintage spot!

We loved this spot! Amy was so nice about my service dogs. The house is very well stocked and has a cool vintage vibe. Close to town and a very nice yard! We enjoyed the hot tub which was warm even in the cold! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for weekend getaway

We couldn't have enjoyed our stay at the Northstar Lodge more! Very clean, cozy, and charming. Perfect central location to visit our family at NMU and explore all that the area has to offer. We loved the private large yard. Communication with Amy was prompt and seamless. She provided perfect instructions - no complaints! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding in Skandia

Perfect location for our family to celebrate our daughter's wedding at a venue a couple of miles away. Property manager was helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Large Family Accommodations

This home provided ample space for large family accommodations with the four Queen bedrooms and large gathering areas.The hot tub and fire pit was a hit for the adults and the small children loved the outdoors for exploring and running. Note that the home, at this point, is not conducive to anyone with mobility issues. The home is well stocked and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Granddaughters baptism

Great home with lots of character! Plenty of space for family to gather. The kitchen had nice pots, pans and utensils. The hot tub is big and clean! So magical sitting out in the hot tub when the snow is falling. My recommendations would be to add a railing on the outside steps, more washcloths and kitchen towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly relaxing!

If you want to all stay in one place and prepare meals together, this is your ideal place! We enjoyed hanging out on the porch and all of the different hang out spots are fun and cozy. I would suggest adding some games and directions on how to use the large coffee pot! There was everything you needed here to include fans for everyone! We would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 4th Marquette Retreat

5 friends and myself booked Amy’s place for a 4th of July get away. The VRBO was accurate to the listing and they recently installed a fire pit! We loved bonfires and roasting smores. The house was spacious with plenty of room to roam and the beds are comfortable. This is also much closer to downtown Marquette then you would think, an easy 8-10 minute drive to the Vierling or Ore Dock. They’re also completing some major renovations to make it even better. We would recommend to anybody young and old looking to enjoy all that Marquette has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024